WARNING: Read all instructions before using this appliance. If the information
in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons, take these precautions:
General Safety
•Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
•Do not cook on a broken cooktop. If the cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of
electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.
•Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
•This appliance is intended for normal family household use only. See the
Warranty. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.
•Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
•Never use the cooktop to warm or heat a room.
•Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliances
are in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the
appliance.
•When children become old enough to use the cooktop, they must be
instructed in safe practices.
•Do not store items of interest to children above or at the back of the cooktop.
•Do not store flammable materials on or near the cooktop.
•In the event that personal clothing catches fire, drop and roll immediately to
extinguish flames.
•Never let clothing, potholders, or other flammable materials come in contact
with hot surface.
•Do not clean the cooktop while it is still hot. Some cleaners produce noxious
fumes when applied to a hot surface.
•Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires with baking soda.
Never use water on cooking fires.
•Do not allow aluminum foil, plastic, paper or cloth to come in contact with a
surface element. Do not allow pans to boil dry.
•Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
•Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the cooktop.
•If the cooktop is near a window, be certain that curtains or any other window
covering do not blow over or near the elements; they could catch on fire.
•When using the cooktop: Do not touch the surface units or the immediate surrounding area.
•Use only dry potholders; moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may
cause burns from steam.
•Never leave the cooktop unattended when in use. Boilovers cause smoking,
and greasy spillovers may ignite.
•Always position handles of utensils inward so they do not extend over adjacent work areas, elements, or the edge of the cooktop.
•Wear proper apparel. Loose fitting garments or hanging sleeves should never
be worn while cooking.
•Use only certain types of glass, heatproof glass, ceramic, earthenware, or
other glazed utensils that are suitable for cooktop use.
•Leave the hood ventilator on when flambéing food.
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About the Cooktop
•Smother flames from a grease fire with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or
other metal tray, then turn off the element. Be careful to prevent burns. If the
flames do not go out immediately, evacuate and call the fire department.
•Do not use water, including wet dishcloths or towels on grease fires. A violent
steam explosion may result.
•Never pick up a flaming pan. You may be burned.
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the cooktop,
switch power off at the service panel and lock the panel to prevent the power from
being switched on accidentally.
Fire Extinguishers
Use an extinguisher only if:
•You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how to
operate it.
•The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
•The fire department is being called.
•You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Parts and Accessories
Figure 1 - Parts
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Table 1: Cooktop Models
#TypeSizeWattage
1Dual5-1/2" / 9" (140/230 mm) 1100/2500
2Single5-1/2" (140 mm) 1200
3Dual5" / 7"(120/180 mm)700/1700
4Single6" (160 mm)1500
7
3
4
8
3
2
4
1
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7
4
5
4
3
2
5
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5Dual5" / 8" (120/195 mm)800/1900
6Hot Surface Indicator Lights
7Dual Element "ON" Indicator Lights - indicates inner and outer elements
are on
8Element "ON" Indicator Light (lit for any element)
Element ‘ON’ Indicator LightThe element “ON” indicator light glows whenever any element is turned on. The
light remains lit until all of the elements are turned off.
The “ON” light is located in front of the control knobs.
For dual elements there is an additional "ON" indicator light located at the top left
of the control knob. This light glows when both the inner and outer elements are
being used and the element is on. When using a setting other than 9 (High), the
light will cycle on and off as the element cycles.
Figure 2 - On Indicator
ON
Hot Surface Indicator LightEach element features a hot indicator light to show when the cooking surface is
too hot to touch. The signal light will turn on automatically in the area marked
CAUTION - HOT at the center front. The light remains on until the cooking area
has cooled to a safe-to-touch temperature.
If a hot surface light is on, use caution when working or cleaning around the cooktop as the cooktop is still hot.
Figure 3 - Hot Surface Indicator
Caution - Hot
Control KnobsThe controls on the cooktop are marked to show which element they control. All
controls are marked from 1-9, with 1 being the lowest heat setting and 9 the highest setting.
Using the Cooktop
Before Using the
Cooktop for the
First Time
•Remove all packing materials and literature from the cooktop surface.
•While cool, wipe with a clean, damp sponge and dry.
•Apply the Cooktop Cleaning Creme® packaged with the cooktop. Buff with a
clean cloth.
•There may be a slight odor during the first several uses; this is normal and will
disappear.
•Optimum cooking results depend on the proper cookware being selected and
used.
•The cooking surface will hold the heat and remain hot up to 25 or 30 minutes
after the elements have been turned off.
•Read all safety precautions and Use and Care Manual information prior to
operating.
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Precautions for Long Life
and Good Appearance of
the Surface
•Regular, daily care using the Cooktop Cleaning Creme® will protect the surface and make it easier to remove food soil and water spots.
•The glass ceramic cooking surface is a durable material resistant to impact
but not unbreakable if a pan or other object is dropped on it.
•Do not use aluminum foil directly on the glass; it will melt and damage the
glass surface.
•Do not allow plastic, paper, or cloth to come in contact with the hot glass surface; these items can melt or burn and damage the glass surface.
•Do not allow pans to boil dry. This can damage the pan, element and/or the
cooktop.
•Never cook food directly on the glass.
•Avoid placing a wok support ring, trivet or other metal stand on the glass surface.
•Do not use the glass surface as a cutting board.
•Do not slide cookware across the cooking surface; it may scratch the glass.
•Do not place wet pans on the glass surface.
Operation
Radiant ElementsThis type of electric element uses a wire ribbon located under the ceramic glass
surface to provide the heat for cooking. Radiant elements will cycle on and off by
design (see Temperature Limiters, below.) There are an infinite number of heat
settings between the 1-9 positions.
Single ElementTo turn on a single element, push down on the control knob and turn in either
direction to the desired heat setting.
Figure 4 - Single Element
OFF
9
8
7
6
5
1
2
3
4
Dual ElementThe dual element consists of two radiant ribbon elements within the same heating
area. Either the small inner element or both the inner and outer elements may be
selected for use.
To turn ON the small, inner element, push down on the control knob and turn it
clockwise. Set to desired heat level.
To turn ON both the inner and outer elements together, push down on the control
knob and turn it clockwise past the number 9 setting to the dual element marker.
The dual ON indicator light will glow indicating that the dual element is on. Turn
the knob counterclockwise to the desired setting. To turn off the dual element, turn
the knob to the OFF position.
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Figure 5 - Dual Element
9
8
OFF
1
2
7
6
5
3
4
Temperature LimitersEach radiant heating element has its own sensor to protect the glass cooking sur-
face from extreme high temperatures. The limiters will operate automatically by
cycling the element off regardless of the cook setting.
Although cycling is normal, any one of the following conditions can activate the
limiter and cause it to cycle on and off more than usual:
•The base of the pan is not making full contact with the heating surface (due to
a warped or uneven base).
•The pan is too small for the size of the element.
•The pan has boiled dry.
•The material or shape of the pan is slow to transfer the heat.
Retained HeatCAUTION: The glass cooking surface retains heat and stays hot after
the element(s) have been turned off. The retained heat may be used to
hold foods at serving temperatures for a short time.
Note for Owners of White CooktopsWhen an element is hot, there is a light green tint on the cooking surface. This is
normal and will disappear after several minutes as the surface cools down.
Getting the Most
Out of Your
Cooktop
Proper Cookware
Cookware CharacteristicsThe choice of pans directly affects the cooking speed and uniformity. For best
results select pans with the following features:
Flat Bases
When a pan is hot, the base (pan bottom) should rest evenly on the surface without wobbling (rocking). Flat, medium-to-heavy-weight pans are best.
To test the flatness of your pans:
Turn the pan upside down on the countertop and place a ruler flat against the bottom of the pan. The bottom of the pan and the straight edge of the ruler should be
flush against each other.
Another simple test to determine even heat distribution across the cookware bottom is to place 1” (25.4 mm) of water in the pan. Bring the water to a boil and
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observe the location of the bubbles as the water starts to boil. Good, flat cookware
will have an even distribution of bubbles over the bottom surface area.
Figure 6 - Testing Flatness
Diameter
The base of the pan should cover or match the diameter of the element being
used. Pans may overhang the element area by 1" (25.4 mm) all around.
Tight Fitting Lid
A lid shortens cooking time by holding the heat inside the pan.
Specialty Pans
Specialty pans, such as griddles, roasters, pressure cookers, woks, water bath
canners and pressure canners must have the same features as described above.
(Use only a flat-bottom wok.) Never place a support ring, such as a wok ring or
trivet, on the cooking surface.
Cookware Practices•Use of pots and pans with rounded (either concave or convex) warped or
dented bottoms should be avoided. See drawings above. • Make sure the bottom of the pot or pan being used is clean and dry.
•Use pots and pans with thick, smooth metal bottoms. • Do not slide metal pots
across the cooktop. Pans may leave marks.
•Do not use glass pans as they may scratch the surface.
Figure 7 - Good Practices
CAUTION:
•Foods packaged in aluminum foil should not be placed directly on the glass
ceramic surface for cooking; aluminum foil can melt and cause permanent
damage.
•Plastic, paper and cloth can melt or burn when in contact with a hot surface.
Do not let these items come in contact with the hot glass ceramic surface.
•Do not allow pans to boil dry. This can permanently damage the pan, the element and the cooktop glass.
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Cooking ChartAll these settings are recommended without the element being preheated. Use
this chart as a guide.
Table 2: Cooking Chart - Heat Settings
Type of FoodHeat Settings
Melting butter/chocolate1
Delicate sauces
Finishing rice
Simmering sauces with butter and
egg yolk
Bacon
Cooking vegetables, fish, broths
Eggs, fried or scrambled
Finishing cereals, pasta
Milk
Pancakes
Pudding
Simmering meats
Steaming vegetables, fish, broths
Pan frying
Spaghetti sauces
Sauteed vegetables
Stewing meat, soups
Braising meat
Pan frying meat, fish,
Stir frying
Quickly brown or sear meats
Hold rapid boil
Boiling water for vegetables, pasta,
rice, etc.
1-3
4-6
6-8
9
A range of heat settings are listed because the actual setting depends on:
1. type and quality of pan
2. type, quantity and temperature of the food
3. element used
4. the cook’s preference.
208/240 Volt ConnectionThe Heat Settings recommended on this page are based on a 240 volt power
source. If your cooktop is connected to 208 volts, the same heat settings apply but
foods may take a little longer to finish cooking.
Care and Cleaning
Before Use CareCare is easy when preventative steps are taken. For example, apply a small
amount of Cooktop Cleaning Creme® (packaged with cooktop) on a daily basis.
This provides a protective film that makes it easy to remove water spots or food
spatters. The temperature of the cooking surface reduces the protective qualities
of this cleaner. It must be reapplied before each use. Use a clean cloth and apply
Cooktop Cleaning Creme® before each use to remove dust or metal marks that
can occur on the counterlevel surface between uses.
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Daily Cleaning Practices
Control KnobsPull up to remove. Slip a towel under the knob and hold edge of towel together.
Using the towel for leverage, pull up. Wipe with hot, soapy cloth, rinse and dry. Do
not soak!
Side Trim
(Stainless Steel Models)
Recommended Cleaners•Cooktop Cleaning Crème®
Avoid These Cleaners•Glass cleaners which contain ammonia or chlorine bleach. These ingredients
Always wipe with the grain when cleaning. For moderate/ heavy soil, use
BonAmi® or Soft Scrub® (no bleach). Wipe using a damp sponge or cloth, rinse
and dry.
•Use only a small amount; apply to a clean paper towel or cloth. Wipe on the
surface and buff with a clean dry towel.
•BonAmi®: rinse and dry.
•Soft Scrub® (without bleach): rinse and dry.
•White Vinegar: rinse and dry.
•Razor blade scraper (packaged with cooktop)
Note: The recommended cleaners indicate a type of cleaner and do not constitute
an endorsement.
may permanently etch or stain the cooktop.
•Caustic Cleaners Oven cleaners such as Easy Off® may etch the cooktop
surface.
•Abrasive Cleaners
•Metal scouring pads and scrub sponges such as Scotch Brite® can scratch
and / or leave metal marks.
•Soap-filled scouring pads such as SOS® can scratch the surface.
•Powdery cleaners containing chlorine bleach can permanently stain the cooktop.
•Flammable cleaners such as lighter fluid or WD-40.
Daily Cleaning Techniques1. Clean the surface when it is completely cool with the following exception:
remove Dry Sugar, Sugar Syrup, Tomato Products and Milk immediately with
the razor blade scraper.
Figure 8 - Scraper
CAUTION: Do not use any kind of cleaner on the glass while the sur-
face is hot; use only the razor blade scraper. The resulting fumes can
be hazardous to your health. Heating the cleaner can chemically attack
and damage the surface.
2. Wipe off spatters with a clean, damp sponge or paper towel. Rinse and dry.
Use white vinegar if smudge remains; rinse.
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Cleaning Guidelines
Table 3: Special Care Chart
Type of SoilPossible Solution
Figure 9 - Cleaning
3. Apply a small amount of the Cooktop Cleaning Crème®. When dry, buff surface with a clean paper towel or cloth.
Dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk or tomato
spills. Melted plastic film or foil.
All these items REQUIRE IMMEDIATE
REMOVAL. Failure to remove these soils
immediately can permanently damage the
surface.
Burned-on food soil, dark streaks, and specks•Soften by laying a damp paper towel or sponge on top of soil for
Greasy spatters•Use a soapy sponge or cloth to remove grease; rinse thoroughly
Metal marks: Iridescent stain•Pans with aluminum, copper or stainless steel bases may leave
Hard Water Spots
Hot cooking liquids dripped on surface
•Remove only these types of spills while the surface is hot using the
razor blade scraper. Be sure to use a new, sharp razor in your
scraper.
•Remove pan and turn off the element.
•Wearing an oven mitt, hold scraper at 30
gouge or scratch the glass. Push soil off the heated area.
•After the surface has cooled, remove the residue and apply the
Cooktop Cleaning Creme®.
about 30 minutes.
•Use a plastic scrubber and Cooktop Cleaning Creme® or use the
razor blade scraper. Rinse and dry.
and dry. Apply Cooktop Cleaning Creme®.
marks. Treat immediately after surface has cooled with Cooktop
Cleaning Creme. If this does not remove the marks, try a mild
abrasive (Bon Ami®, Soft Scrub® without bleach) with a dampened paper towel. Rinse and reapply creme. Failure to remove
metal marks before the next heating makes removal very difficult.
•The minerals in some water can be transferred onto the surface
and cause stains. Use undiluted white vinegar, rinse and dry.
Recondition with Cooktop Cleaning Creme. Remove boilovers and
stains, before using the cooktop again.
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angle, using care not to
Surface scratches
Small scratches are to be expected on the
glass surface, but do not affect cooking. In
time, small scratches will become smoother
and much less noticeable with daily use of the
Cooktop Cleaning Creme.
•Apply Cleaning Creme before using to remove sand-like grains
and grit such as salt and seasoning.
•Can be reduced by using pans with bases that are smooth, clean,
and dry before use. Use recommended Cooktop Cleaning Creme
daily on the cooktop.
Be Careful: Diamond rings will scratch the surface.
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Service
Before Calling ServiceBefore calling for service, check these suggestions to avoid unnecessary service
charges.
Table 4: Troubleshooting Chart
QuestionSuggested Solution
Element cycles on the highest settingThis is normal. The temperature limiter operates automatically to
protect the glass ceramic surface from extreme high temperature
damage.
Element cycles more than usual•Pan base is warped and not making full contact with the heat-
ing surface.
•Base diameter of pan is too small for the size of the element.
•Pan ingredients have boiled dry.
•Material of pan is a poor heat conductor; heat transfers too
slowly
A slight odor is noticeable when an element is
turned on
Cooktop controls will not turn on •Check the power source to see if a fuse has blown or if the cir-
Replacement razor blades for the scraper•The scraper is packaged with single-edge, stainless steel
Cooking results are not what was expected•The cooktop is not level.
Green tint on white glass•This is normal and will disappear as the surface cools down.
•This is normal with new cooktops and will disappear after sev-
eral uses
cuit breaker tripped.
•Check power supply.
blades. Use a standard single-edge blade for replacement.
•Cooking pan does not fit the surface being used.
•Cookware is not the type or size recommended.
Data PlateFor handy reference, the serial tag information has been affixed to the back cover.
How to Obtain ServiceFor authorized service or parts information, call the number or write to the address
listed inside the back cover.
We want you to remain a satisfied customer. If a problem comes up that cannot
be resolved to your satisfaction please let us know. Whether you write or call,
please provide us with the Model Number, Serial Number and Date of Original
Purchase or Installation.
WarrantyThe warranties provided by BSH Home Appliances Corp. in this Statement of Lim-
ited Warranty apply only to the BSH Electric Cooktops ("Cooktop") sold to you, the
first using purchaser, provided that the Cooktop was purchased (1) for your use
and not for resale and (2) in the United States or Canada and is located in the
country of purchase. As used in this Statement of Limited Warranty, the term
"Date of Installation" shall refer to the earlier of the date the Cooktop is installed or
ten (10) business days after the date the Cooktop is sold to the first using purchaser, the warranties stated herein apply only to the first using purchaser and
are not transferable.
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